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Brushing baby’s teeth!

Baby teeth are just as prone to cavities as adult teeth. *In fact, more than 50 percent of children will be affected by tooth decay before the age five. *

So mamas, it is way better to start cleaning those chompers now to keep cavities away and prevent early loss of a tooth!

It is recommended to clean gums, tongue and teeth right after meals and before bedtime to maintain good oral hygiene and to fight bacterial growth.

Start brushing when the first tooth comes out! (We started late!!) You can use a gauze pad, damp washcloth, or just your finger. When the baby is older you can choose a soft toothbrush with a maximum of three rows of bristles. Just moisten the toothbrush with water and use no more than a rice grain sized smear of fluoride or fluoride free toothpaste (your choice)

We are using this silicone one from Green Sprouts and really like it. It’s BPA free and it has a round protector to keep babies from jamming it too far inside their mouths

If your child is like mine, he/she will want to brush it on its own! I just let her experiment first but make sure to clean it yourself afterwards.

Most importantly, make sure to set a good example by brushing your teeth in front of them as well!

I just stared to brush both our teeth at the same time in the bathroom, it works great since she is now trying to copy everything I do ❤

Having healthy teeth:

Help children chew food easily and properly

Help children speak more quickly and clearly

Hold space in the jaws for permanent teeth that are growing under the gums